Pipe Crew Operator

Mi-Tech•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator will work collaboratively with the Laborers and Foreman for completion of jobsite activities. This role involves operating various heavy equipment, performing fine grading and finishing, sloping, banking, backfilling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating, and stockpiling. The operator will utilize GPS systems and read grade stakes for grade control, while ensuring adherence to safe work practices. The position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and on all terrain, performing daily equipment checks, maintenance, and repairs. The role also includes general labor work when necessary and maintaining a professional appearance and positive attitude.

Requirements

Proven ability to operate heavy equipment
Valid driver/operator license
High school diploma or equivalent or at least one year of experience
Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance
Knowledge of basic equipment and vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
Must always present a professional image, representing self and company in a professional, courteous and respectful manner when dealing with customers, vendors, employees and the public
Skilled with various hand and power tools
Competent operating excavators, backhoe, trencher, etc.
Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the scheduled workday
Stand, reach, drive and use fine motor skills frequently throughout the day
Bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday
Lift from 10 to 150 pounds
Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions and may be in loud environments
Must work in a manner that will not jeopardize the health and safety of him/herself or others
Must be able to read and comprehend English
Willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Responsibilities

Operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, backhoes, etc.
Use various pieces of equipment to perform fine grading and finishing, sloping, and banking, backfilling, demolition, ditching, loading, excavating, and stockpiling.
Utilize GPS systems, read and understand grade stakes and hubs for grade control and finishing.
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
Work outdoors on location in all weather conditions and on all terrain.
Perform daily safety and maintenance checks on equipment.
Repair or assist in the repair and maintenance of the construction vehicles.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required including fluid and filter changes and parts lubrication.
Clean equipment as scheduled or when required.
Ensure equipment is safely and securely stored when finished for the day.
Practice workplace safety per OSHA standards.
Ability to work independently and to stay on top of the schedule.
Willingness to do work outside of equipment operations, which includes but is not limited to general labor work.
Maintains a neat appearance and dresses appropriately for the job.
Good attendance.
Is a team player, and communicates well.
Presents a positive attitude about the company and the job.